Will Create Standards To Allow Remote Identification And Tracking Of UAVs

Whose drone is that? It’s a critical question for law enforcement and homeland security when an unmanned aircraft (UAS) appears to be flying in an unsafe manner or where it’s not supposed to fly.

Amphibious Biplane For The Wet Set May Debut At AirVenture…

 

How do you sum up Waco aircraft? "We're in the fun business," Peter Bowers, president of Waco Aircraft Company, told ANN CEO and Editor in Chief Jim Campbell this spring at Sun 'n Fun.

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Will Supply T3CAS Integrated Surveillance System For Next-Generation Medium-Lift Helicopter

ACSS, an L3 and Thales Company, has announced that its T3CAS Integrated Surveillance System has been selected by Airbus Helicopters as standard equipment for its new H160 medium-lift, multi-role commercial transport helicopter. ACSS’s T3CAS provides situational awareness and collision avoidance protection to more than 15,000 aircraft worldwide. This marks the first time T3CAS has been selected for a rotorcraft platform, and deliveries are expected to begin in 2018.

Directs DOT To Work With State And Local Officials To Develop A 'Framework For Local Operation'

A bipartisan group of Members of Congress has introduced the Drone Innovation Act in the United States House. The Drone Innovation Act embodies a new approach to civil UAS, according to its lead sponsor, Congressman Jason Lewis (R-MN). Other original sponsors of the bill include Representatives Julia Brownley (D-CA), Todd Rokita (R-IN), and John Garamendi (D-CA).

Agreement Strengthens Partnership In The Chinese Market

Leonardo and Sino-US Intercontinental Helicopter Investment (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. announced today a further reinforcement of their strategic cooperation in the Chinese helicopter market. During an official ceremony held at the Paris Air Show, the parties announced the signing of a contract for the purchase of 17 helicopters comprising 2 AW119Kx single engine, 10 AW109 Trekker light twin and 5 AW139 intermediate twin engine models.

All Took Delivery At Bell's Facility In Mirabel, Canada

Three Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopters have been delivered to Canadian customers in the past week. The three Canadian customers accepted delivery of their aircraft at Bell Helicopter’s facility in Mirabel. The aircraft are configured for corporate and utility missions to support the business operations of the customers.